Asus P6T WS Professional Manual de Usario
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Motherboard
P6T WS
Professional
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E4175
First Edition
October 2008
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Contents
Contents ...................................................................................................... iii
Notices ....................................................................................................... viii
Safety information ...................................................................................... ix
About this guide .......................................................................................... x
P6T WS Professional specications summary ....................................... xii
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package contents ......................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Special features ............................................................................ 1-2
1.3.1 Product highlights ........................................................... 1-2
1.3.2 ASUS Unique features ................................................... 1-3
Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.1 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Motherboard overview ................................................................. 2-2
2.2.1 Motherboard layout ......................................................... 2-2
2.2.2 Layout contents ............................................................... 2-3
2.2.3 Placement direction ........................................................ 2-4
2.2.4 Screw holes .................................................................... 2-4
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................... 2-5
2.3.1 Installing the CPU ........................................................... 2-6
2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan ................................ 2-9
2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan ......................... 2-10
2.4 System memory ......................................................................... 2-11
2.4.1 Overview ........................................................................2-11
2.4.2 Memory congurations .................................................. 2-12
2.4.3 Installing a DIMM .......................................................... 2-13
2.4.4 Removing a DIMM ........................................................ 2-13
2.5 Expansion slots .......................................................................... 2-17
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card ......................................... 2-17
2.5.2 Conguring an expansion card ..................................... 2-17
2.5.3 Interrupt assignments ................................................... 2-18
2.5.4 PCI slot ......................................................................... 2-19
2.5.5 PCI-X slots .................................................................... 2-19
2.5.6 PCI Express p3-x1 slot ....................................................... 2-19
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3.3.5 Storage Conguration ................................................... 3-14
3.3.6 AHCI Conguration ....................................................... 3-15
3.3.7 System Information ....................................................... 3-16
3.4 Ai Tweaker menu ........................................................................ 3-17
3.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner ....................................................... 3-17
3.4.2 CPU Ratio Setting ........................................................ 3-18
3.4.3 Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech ...................................... 3-18
3.4.4 Intel(R) Turbo Mode Tech ............................................. 3-18
3.4.5 DRAM Frequency ........................................................ 3-19
3.4.6. DRAM Timing Control .................................................. 3-19
3.4.7 CPU Voltage ............................................................... 3-21
3.4.8 CPU PLL Voltage ......................................................... 3-21
3.4.9 QPI/DRAM Core Voltage ............................................. 3-21
3.4.10 IOH Voltage .................................................................. 3-22
3.4.11 IOH PCIE Voltage ........................................................ 3-22
3.4.12 ICH Voltage .................................................................. 3-22
3.4.13 ICH PCIE Voltage ........................................................ 3-22
3.4.14 DRAM Bus Voltage ...................................................... 3-22
3.4.15 DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA/B/C ....................... 3-23
3.4.16 DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHA/B/C ...................... 3-23
3.4.17 Load-Line Calibration ................................................... 3-23
3.4.18 CPU Differential Amplitude ........................................... 3-23
3.4.19 CPU Clock Skew .......................................................... 3-23
3.4.20 CPU Spread Spectrum ................................................ 3-24
3.4.21 IOH Clock Skew ........................................................... 3-24
3.4.22 PCIE Spread Spectrum ................................................ 3-24
3.5 Advanced menu ......................................................................... 3-25
3.5.1 CPU Conguration ........................................................ 3-25
3.5.2 Chipset .......................................................................... 3-28
3.5.3 Onboard Device Conguration ...................................... 3-29
3.5.4 USB Conguration ........................................................ 3-30
3.5.5 PCIPnP ......................................................................... 3-31
3.6 Power menu ................................................................................ 3-32
3.6.1 Suspend Mode ............................................................. 3-32
3.6.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ........................................ 3-32
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3.6.3 ACPI 2.0 Support .......................................................... 3-32
3.6.4 ACPI APIC Support ...................................................... 3-32
3.6.5 APM Conguration ........................................................ 3-33
3.6.6 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 3-34
3.7 Boot menu .................................................................................. 3-36
3.7.1 Boot Device Priority ...................................................... 3-36
3.7.2 Boot Settings Conguration .......................................... 3-37
3.7.3 Security ......................................................................... 3-38
3.8 Tools menu ................................................................................. 3-40
3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 .......................................................... 3-40
3.8.2 Express Gate ............................................................... 3-41
3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Prole ......................................................... 3-42
3.8.4 Ai Net 2 ......................................................................... 3-43
3.9 Exit menu .................................................................................... 3-44
Chapter 4: Software support
4.1 Installing an operating system ................................................... 4-1
4.2 Support DVD information ............................................................ 4-1
4.2.1 Running the support DVD ............................................... 4-1
4.2.2 Drivers menu ................................................................... 4-2
4.2.3 Utilities menu .................................................................. 4-4
4.2.4 Make disk menu .............................................................. 4-6
4.2.5 Manual menu .................................................................. 4-7
4.2.6 ASUS Contact information .............................................. 4-7
4.2.7 Other information ............................................................ 4-8
4.3 Software information ................................................................. 4-10
4.3.1 ASUS MyLogo 2™ ........................................................ 4-10
4.3.2 ASUS PC Probe II ......................................................... 4-12
4.3.3 ASUS AI Suite ............................................................... 4-18
4.3.4 ASUS AI Nap ................................................................ 4-20
4.3.5 ASUS Fan Xpert ........................................................... 4-21
4.3.6 ASUS EPU–6 Engine .................................................... 4-23
4.3.7 ASUS TurboV ................................................................ 4-27
4.3.8 SoundMAX® High Denition Audio utility ....................... 4-29
4.3.9 ASUS Express Gate ..................................................... 4-35
4.3.10 Realtek Teaming Utility.................................................. 4-44
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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring
the motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new
technology it supports.
• Chapter 2: Hardware information
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform
when installing system components. It includes description of the switches,
jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
• Chapter 3: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup
menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
• Chapter 4: Software support
This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the
motherboard package and the software.
• Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
This chapter describes how to install and congure multiple ATI ®
CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA SLI™ graphics cards.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and
software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty
yers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not
part of the standard package.
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P6T WS Professional specications summary
(continued on the next page)
CPU LGA1366 socket for Intel ® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme
Edition / Core™ i7 Processor
Supports Intel ® Dynamic Speed Technology
* Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list
Chipset Intel ® X58 / ICH10R
System Bus Up to 6.4GT/s; Intel ® QuickPath Interconnect
Memory 6 x DIMM, max. 12GB, DDR3 1600(O.C.) / 1333 /
1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory
Triple channel memory architecture
Supports Intel ® Extreme Memory Prole (XMP)
* Due to Intel spec denition, DIMMs of DDR3-1333 or
above are supported by specic CPU models only.
** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the
Memory QVL (Qualied Vendors Lists)
Expansion Slots 2 x PCI Express 2.0 p12-x16 slots (at p12-x16 / p12-x16 mode)
1 x PCI Express p12-x1 slot
2 x PCI-X slots
1 x PCI 2.2 slot
Multi-GPU Support Supports NVIDIA ® SLI™ Technology*
Supports ATI ® CrossFireX™ Technology
* SLI support may need BIOS update. Visit www.asus.
com for more details.
Storage Intel ® ICH10R Southbridge:
- 6 x SATA 150/300 ports
- Intel ® Matrix Storage supporting SATA RAID 0,1,
10, and 5
Marvell 88SE6320 controller:
- 2 x SAS ports supporting SAS RAID 0, 1 and 10*
Marvell 88SE6121 controller:
- 2 x eSATA 150/300 ports (SATA On-the-Go),
supporting SATA RAID 0, 1, 10 and 5**
* A SAS expander (excluded in package) is required
while using RAID 10 on SAS ports.
** A port-multiplier (excluded in package) is required while
using RAID 5 or 10 on eSATA ports.
LAN 2 x Realtek ® 8111C PCIe Gigabit LAN controllers
supporting teaming function
USB 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back
panel)
IEEE 1394 LSI ® Agere FW3227 controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a
ports (one at midboard; one at back panel)
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Chapter summary
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1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package contents ......................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Special features ............................................................................ 1-2
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1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying an ASUS ® P6T WS Professional motherboard!
The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it
another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the
items in your package with the list below.
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
1.2 Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
Motherboard ASUS P6T WS Professional
I/O modules 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 / 1-port IEEE1394a module
Cables 2 x Serial ATA power cables
6 x Serial ATA signal cables
2 x SAS + Power cables
Accessories 1 x ASUS Q-Shield (I/O shield)
1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system
panel; Retail version only)
1 x G.P. Diagnosis Card (Retail version only)
1 x ASUS SLI bridge
Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD
Documentation User guide
1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.3 Special features
1.3.1 Product highlights
Green ASUS
This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union’s Restriction
on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision
of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packagings to safeguard
consumers’ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.
Intel ®
Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition /
Core™ i7 Processor support
This motherboard supports the latest Intel ® Core™ i7 processors in LGA1366
package with integrated memory controller to support 3-channel (6 DIMMs) DDR3
memory. Supports Intel ® QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) with a system bus of up
to 6.4GT/s and a max bandwidth of up to 25.6GB/s. Intel ® Core™ i7 processor is
one of the most powerful and energy efcient CPUs in the world. See page 2-5 for
details.
Intel ®
X58 Chipset
The Intel ® X58 Express Chipset is the latest chipset designed to support latest
Intel® Core™ i7 Processors and Intel’s next generation system interconnect
interface, Intel ® QuickPath Interconnect (QPI), providing improved performance by
utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. It also
supports up to 36 PCI Express 2.0 lanes providing better graphics performance.
Triple-Channel DDR3 1600(O.C.)/1333/1066 support
The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of
1600 (O.C.) /1333 / 1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the
latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The triple-channel DDR3
architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system
performance. See page 2-11 for details.
SLI and CrossFireX on Demand
The P6T WS Professional breaks the boundaries to bring you the multi-GPU
choice of either SLI™ or CrossFireX™. Expect a brand-new gaming style you’ve
never experienced before! See chapter 5 for details.
SLI support may need BIOS update. Visit www.asus.com for more details.
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ASUS Heartbeat
Brightly and vividly lighting LEDs shine around the ASUS brand name on
the motherboard after successful booting process. With the breathing-like
deep blue lighting shining in regular tempo, ASUS Heartbeat makes the
motherboard as vivid as life.
G.P. Diagnosis card
Bundled with P6T WS Professional motherboard (retail version), the G.P.
Diagnosis card assists users in system checking by effortlessly and quickly
providing precise system checks right after they switch on their PCs. See
page 2-37 for details.
ASUS SASsaby cards support
This motherboard is fully compatible with ASUS SASsaby cards (optional).
Faster, safer and more stable, SAS will provide users with a better choice for
storage expansion and upgrade needs.
ASUS Power Saving Solution
ASUS Power Saving solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced
computing power and energy consumption.
ASUS EPU-6 Engine
The new ASUS EPU—the world’s rst power saving engine, has been
upgraded to a new 6 engine version, which provides total system power
savings by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power
in real-time. With auto phase switching for components (which includes the
CPU, VGA card, memory, chipset, hard drives and CPU cooler / system
fans), the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via
intelligent acceleration and overclocking - helping save power and money.
See page 4-23 for details.
AI Nap
With AI Nap, the system can continue running at minimum power and noise
when you are temporarily away. To wake the system and return to the OS
environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. See page 4-20 for
details.
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ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution
ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the
overclocking capability.
Fanless Design - Stack Cool 2
ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers
the temperature of critical heat generating components. The motherboard
uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat
these critical components generate.
Fanless Design - Heat-pipe
The Heat Pipe design effectively directs the heat generated by the chipsets to
the heatsink near the back IO ports, where it can be carried away by existing
airow from CPU fan or bundled optional fan. The purpose of the innovative
heat pipe design on this motherboard is that the groundbreaking fanless
design does not have lifetime problems as a chipset fan does. Furthermore, it
provides options for users to install side-ow fan or passive cooler. The Heat
Pipe design is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to date.
DO NOT uninstall the heat-pipe by yourself. Doing so may bend the tubing and
affect the heat dissipation performance.
Fan Xpert
ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis
fan speed according to different ambient temperature, which is caused
by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and system
loading. Built-in variety of useful proles offer exible controls of fan speed to
achieve a quiet and cool environment. See page 4-21 for details.
ASUS Crystal Sound
This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like Skype, online game,
video conference and recording.
Noise Filter
This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like
computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates
it in the incoming audio stream while recording. See page 4-31 for details.
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TPM Support
This motherboard supports the Trusted Platform Module (TPM), which provides
you with enhanced data protection via high-level encryption/decryption and
ensures platform integrity. The TPM meets the Windows ® Vista BitLocker™ Drive
Encryption hardware requirement for a more secure working environment. See
page 2-26 for details.
The TPM module is purchased separately.
ASUS Express Gate
Taking only 5 seconds to go online from bootup, Express Gate is the one-stop
gateway to instant fun! It's a unique motherboard built-in OS. You can utilize the
most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and
Yahoo! Messenger to keep in touch with friends, or quickly check on the weather
and e-mails just before leaving your house. What's more, the user-friendly picture
manager lets you view your pictures without entering Windows at anytime! See
page 4-35 for details.
The actual boot time depends on the system conguration.
ASUS EZ DIY
ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to install computer
components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings.
ASUS Q-Shield
The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield provides conductivity to best protect
your motherboard against static electricity damage and shields it against
Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). Without the usual "ngers" present,
this new design is convenient and safe to install.
ASUS Q-Connector
ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis
front panel cables to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the
trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding
wrong cable connections. See page 2-36 for details.
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ASUS O.C. Prole
The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Prole that allows users to
conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be
stored in the CMOS or a separate le, giving users freedom to share and
distribute their favorite settings. See page 3-42 for details.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data
from a USB ash disk containing the BIOS le. See page 3-8 for details.
ASUS EZ Flash 2
EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the predened
hotkey to launch the utility and update the BIOS without entering the OS.
Update your BIOS easily without preparing a bootable diskette or using an
OS-based ash utility. See page 3-4 for details.
ASUS MyLogo2™
This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for
a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. See page 4-10 for details.
ASUS Multi-language BIOS
The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice from the
available options. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you congure your system
easier and faster. See page 3-12 for details.
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Chapter summary
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2.1 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Motherboard overview ................................................................. 2-2
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................... 2-5
2.4 System memory ......................................................................... 2-11
2.5 Expansion slots .......................................................................... 2-17
2.6 Jumpers ...................................................................................... 2-21
2.7 Connectors ................................................................................. 2-24
2.8 G.P. Diagnosis card installation ................................................ 2-37
2.9 Starting up for the rst time ...................................................... 2-39
2.10 Turning off the computer ........................................................... 2-40
2.1 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components
or change any motherboard settings.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
• Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal
object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to
avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic
pad or in the bag that came with the component.
• Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power
supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power
supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard,
peripherals, and/or components.
Onboard LED
The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that
the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you
should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or
plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location
of the onboard LED.
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2.2 Motherboard overview
2.2.1 Motherboard layout
Refer to for more information about rear panel connectors and 2.8 Connectors
internal connectors.
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2.2.2 Layout contents
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page
1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2-33
2. LGA1366 CPU Socket 2-6
3. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,
3-pin CHA_FAN1-3, 3-pin PWR_FAN)
2-31
4. DDR3 DIMM slots 2-11
5. CPU / DRAM Bus / QPI DRAM overvoltage settings (3-pin
OV_CPU; 3-pin OV_DRAM_BUS; 3-pin OV_QPI_DRAM)
2-22
6. PCI-X speed setting (6-pin PCIX_SPEED1) 2-23
7. Marvell ® 88SE6320 SAS RAID connector [black]
(7-pin SAS1-2)
2-28
8. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 2-21
9. ICH10R Serial ATA connectors [blue] (7-pin SATA1-6) 2-27
10. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 2-1
11. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 2-32
12. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 2-35
13. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 2-26
14. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 2-29
15. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 2-30
16. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 2-34
17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 2-32
18. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 2-34
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DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
2.2.3 Placement direction
When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the
correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis
as indicated in the image below.
2.2.4 Screw holes
Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard
to the chassis.
Place this side towards
the rear of the chassis
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2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1366 socket designed for the
Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition / Core™ i7 Processor.
• Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is on
the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer
immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP
cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost
of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related.
• Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes
with the cap on the LGA1366 socket.
• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts
resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/
incorrect removal of the PnP cap.
• Make sure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
• Connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure
system stability.
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2.3.1 Installing the CPU
To install a CPU:
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
To prevent damage to the socket
pins, do not remove the PnP cap
unless you are installing a CPU.
2. Press the load lever with your
thumb (A), then move it to the left
(B) until it is released from the
retention tab.
A
B
Load lever
Retention tab
3. Lift the load lever in the direction of
the arrow to a 135º angle.
4. Lift the load plate with your thumb
and forenger to a 100º angle.
Load plate
4
3
Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you
and the load lever is on your left.
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The CPU ts in only one correct
orientation. DO NOT force the
CPU into the socket to prevent
bending the connectors on the
socket and damaging the CPU!
6. Position the CPU over the socket,
making sure that the gold triangle
is on the bottom-left corner of the
socket, and then t the socket
alignment key into the CPU notch.
7. Apply several drops of thermal paste
to the exposed area of the CPU that
the heatsink will be in contact with,
ensuring that it is spread in an even
thin layer.
Some heatsinks come with pre-
applied thermal paste. If so, skip
this step.
5. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU
socket.
PnP cap
Gold
triangle
mark
Alignment key
CPU notch
The thermal paste is toxic and
inedible. If it gets into your eyes
or touches your skin, ensure to
wash it off immediately and seek
professional medical help.
To prevent contaminating the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with your nger
directly.
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8. Close the load plate (A), and then
push the load lever (B) until it snaps
into the retention tab. A
B
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2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan
The Intel ® LGA1366 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan
assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.
• When you buy a boxed Intel ® processor, the package includes the CPU fan
and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you
use only Intel ®-certied multi-directional heatsink and fan.
• Your Intel ® LGA1366 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin
design and requires no tool to install.
• If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure
that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU
heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.
Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you
install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.
Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to
the CPU fan connector.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Place the heatsink on top of the
installed CPU, making sure that the
four fasteners match the holes on
the motherboard.
2. Push down two fasteners at a time
in a diagonal sequence to secure
the heatsink and fan assembly in
place.
A
A
B
B
1
1
A B
B A
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that the
Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU
before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.
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3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled
CPU_FAN.
DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors
can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from
the connector on the motherboard.
2. Rotate each fastener
counterclockwise.
3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a
diagonal sequence to disengage the
heatsink and fan assembly from the
motherboard.
A
A
B
B
A
AB
B
4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.
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2.4 System memory
2.4.1 Overview
The motherboard comes with six Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory
Modules (DIMM) sockets.
A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is
notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules
are developed for better performance with less power consumption.
The gure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets:
Channel Sockets
Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2
Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2
Channel C DIMM_C1 and DIMM_C2
Recommended memory conguration for better performance
Mode Sockets
DIMM_A2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_C2 DIMM_C1
2 DIMMs - Populated - Populated - -
3 DIMMs - Populated - Populated - Populated
4 DIMMs Populated Populated - Populated - Populated
6 DIMMs Populated Populated Populated Populated Populated Populated
Due to Intel CPU spec denition, the system will not boot if only one DIMM is
installed in DIMM slot A2, B2, or C2. Follow the table above for recommended
memory conguration.
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2.4.4 Removing a DIMM
Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.
1. Simultaneously press the
retaining clips outward to unlock
the DIMM.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
Support the DIMM lightly with your ngers when pressing the retaining clips.
The DIMM might get damaged when it ips out with extra force.
2.4.3 Installing a DIMM
DIMM notch
1
1
2
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the
socket until the retaining clips snap
back in place and the DIMM is
properly seated.
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or
other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both
the motherboard and the components.
A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it ts in only one direction. DO NOT force
a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.
Unlocked retaining clip
1
DIMM notch
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by
pressing the retaining clips
outward.
2. Align a DIMM on the socket
such that the notch on the DIMM
matches the break on the socket.
Locked Retaining Clip
2
1
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Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability
Vendor Part No. Size SS/
DS Chip No. CL Chip
Brand
DIMM socket support
(Optional)
A* B* C* D*
CORSAIR CM3X1024-1600C7DHXIN(XMP) 1GB SS Heat-Sink Package 7 N/A • • • •
Crucial BL12864BA1608.8SFB(XMP) 1GB SS Heat-Sink Package N/A PQI • • • •
G.SKILL F3-12800CL7D-2GBHZ 2GB
(Kit of 2) SS Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-18 N/A • • •
G.SKILL F3-12800CL7D-4GBPI 4GB
(Kit of 2) DS Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-18 N/A • • •
Kingston KHX12800D3K2/4G 4GB
(Kit of 2) SS Heat-Sink Package N/A N/A •
OCZ OCZ3P16002GK 2GB
(Kit of 2) SS Heat-Sink Package 7 N/A •
OCZ OCZ3P1600EB1G(XMP) 1GB SS Heat-Sink Package N/A N/A •
OCZ OCZ3T1600XM2GK 1GB SS Heat-Sink Package N/A N/A • • • •
OCZ OCZ3P1600EB4GK 4GB
(Kit of 2) DS Heat-Sink Package 776 N/A • •
OCZ OCZ3RPR16004GK 4GB
(Kit of 2) DS Heat-Sink Package 7 N/A • • •
Aeneon AXH760UD10-16H 1GB SS Heat-Sink Package 9 N/A • • • •
Aeneon AXH860UD20-16H 2GB DS Heat-Sink Package 9 N/A • • •
PQI MFADR322LA0101-08A3 1GB DS PQD3648S12R N/A PQI
Team BoxP/N:TXD32048M1600HC7DC
(TXD31024M1600HC7)
2GB
(Kit of 2) SS Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-21 N/A • •
P6T WS Professional Motherboard
Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability
Vendor Part No. Size SS/
DS Chip No. CL Chip
Brand
DIMM socket support
(Optional)
A* B* C* D*
A-DATA SC63I1B16 2GB DS K4B1G0846D 9 SAMSUNG • • • •
CORSAIR BoxP/N:TW3X4G1333C9DHX
(CM3X2048-1333C9DHX)
4GB
(Kit of 2) DS Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 N/A • •
CORSAIR BoxP/N:TWIN3X2048-1333C9
(CM3X1024-1333C9)
2GB
(Kit of 2) DS Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 N/A • • • •
CORSAIR CM3X1024-1333C9DHX 1GB DS Heat-Sink Package 9 N/A • •
crucial CT12864BA1339.8SFB 1GB SS D9GTS 9 MICRON • • •
crucial CT25664BA1339.16SFD 2GB DS D9JNM 9 MICRON • • • •
ELPIDA EBJ11UD8BAFA-DG-E 1GB DS J5308BASE-DG-E 8 ELPIDA •
G.SKILL F3-10600CL7D-2GBPI 2GB
(Kit of 2) SS Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-18 N/A • • • •
G.SKILL F3-10600CL8D-2GBHK 2GB
(Kit of 2) SS Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-21 N/A • • • •
G.SKILL F3-10600CL9D-2GBPK 2GB
(Kit of 2) SS Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 N/A • • • •
G.SKILL F3-10600CL9D-2GBNQ 2GB
(Kit of 2) DS Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 N/A • • • •
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Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability (continued)
Vendor Part No. Size SS/
DS Chip No. CL Chip
Brand
DIMM socket support
(Optional)
A* B* C* D*
G.SKILL F3-10666CL9D-4GBPK 4GB
(Kit of 2) DS Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 N/A • • • •
KINGMAX FLFD45F-B8EE9 1GB SS J1108BASE-DJ-E N/A ELPIDA • • • •
Kingston KVR1333D3N9/1G 1GB SS J1108BASE-DJ-E N/A ELPIDA • • • •
Kingston KVR1333D3N9/2G 2GB DS J1108BASE-DJ-E N/A ELPIDA • • • •
MICRON MT8JTF12864AY-1G4BYES 1GB SS Z9HWR 9 MICRON •
MICRON MT16JTF25664AY-1G4BYES 2GB DS Z9HWR 9 MICRON • • • •
OCZ OCZ3RPX1333EB2GK 1GB SS Heat-Sink Package 6-5-5 N/A • •
OCZ OCZ3P13332GK 1GB DS Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-20 N/A •
OCZ OCZ3P13334GK 4GB
(Kit of 2) DS Heat-Sink Package 7 N/A • • •
OCZ OCZ3RPX1333EB4GK 4GB
(Kit of 2) DS Heat-Sink Package 6 5 5 N/A • •
Qimonda IMSH1GU03A1F1C-13H 1GB SS IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H N/A N/A • • • •
Qimonda IMSH2GU13A1F1C-13H 2GB DS IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H N/A N/A • • • •
SAMSUNG M378B2873DZ1-CH9 1GB SS K4B1G0846D 9 SAMSUNG • • • •
SAMSUNG M391B2873DZ1-CH9 1GB SS K4B1G0846D(ECC) 9 SAMSUNG • • • •
SAMSUNG M378B5673DZ1-CH9 2GB DS K4B1G0846D 9 SAMSUNG • • • •
SAMSUNG M391B5673DZ1-CH9 2GB DS K4B1G0846D(ECC) 9 SAMSUNG • • • •
Transcend TS128MLK64V3U 1GB SS K4B1G0846D 9 SAMSUNG • • •
Transcend TS256MLK64V3U 2GB DS K4B1G0846D 9 SAMSUNG • • •
Aeneon AEH760UD00-13H 1GB DS AEH93R13H 9 AENEON • • • •
BUFFALO FSX1333D3G-1G 1GB SS Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-20 N/A • • • •
BUFFALO FSX1333D3G-2G 2GB DS Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-20 N/A • • • •
Elixir M2F2G64CB8HA4N-CG 2GB DS N2CB1G80AN-CG 9 Elixir • • • •
Patriot PDC32G1333LLK 1GB
(Kit of 2) SS Heat-Sink Package 7 Patriot • • • •
Kingston KHX11000D3ULK2/2G
DDR3
1375
2GB
(Kit of 2)
DS Heat-Sink Package N/A N/A • • •
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2.5 Expansion slots
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections
describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card
To install an expansion card:
1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with
it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.
2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a
chassis).
3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw
for later use.
4. Align the card connector with the slot and press rmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.
6. Replace the system cover.
2.5.2 Conguring an expansion card
After installing the expansion card, congure it by adjusting the software settings.
1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See
Chapter 3 for information on BIOS setup.
2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page.
3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion
cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard
components.
When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support “Share
IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conicts will
arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card
inoperable. Refer to the table on the next page for details.
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2.5.3 Interrupt assignments
Standard interrupt assignments
* These IRQs are usually available for PCI devices.
IRQ Priority Standard function
0 1 System Timer
1 2 Keyboard Controller
2 – Redirect to IRQ#9
4 12 Communications Port (COM1)*
5 13 IRQ Holder for PCI Steering*
6 14 Floppy Disk Controller
7 15 Reserved
8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock
9 4 IRQ Holder for PCI Steering*
10 5 IRQ Holder for PCI Steering*
11 6 IRQ Holder for PCI Steering*
12 7 Reserved
13 8 Numeric Data Processor
14 9 Primary IDE Channel
ICH
A B C D E F G H
LAN1 (8111C) – shared – – – – – –
LAN2 (8111C) – – shared – – – – –
Marvell 6121 – – – shared – – – –
Marvell SAS shared – – – – – – –
PCI_1 shared – – – – – – –
PCI-X_1 – shared – – – – – –
PCI-X_2 – – shared – – – – –
PCIE1_1 shared – – – – – – –
USB controller 1 – – – – – – – shared
USB controller 2 – – – shared – – – –
USB controller 3 – – shared – – – – –
USB controller 4 shared – – – – – – –
USB controller 5 – – – – – shared – –
USB controller 6 – – – shared – – – –
USB 2.0 controller 1 – – – – – – – shared
USB 2.0 controller 2 – – shared – – – – –
SATA controller 1 – – – – shared – – –
SATA controller 2 – – – – shared – – –
Audio Azalia – – – – – – shared –
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
IOH
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
PCIE16_1 shared – – – – – – –
PCIE16_2 – – – – – – shared –
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2.5.4 PCI slot
The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other
cards that comply with PCI specications. Refer to the gure below for the location
of the slot.
2.5.5 PCI-X slots
The PCI-X slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and
other cards that comply with PCI-X 1.0 specications. Refer to the gure below for
the location of the slot.
2.5.6 PCI Express p45-x1 slot
This motherboard supports PCI Express p45-x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other
cards that comply with the PCI Express specications. Refer to the gure below for
the location of the slot.
2.5.7 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots
This motherboard has two PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots that support PCI Express
x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specications. Refer to the
gure below for the location of the slots.
PCI Express p45-x1 slot
PCIX_2 slot
PCI slot
PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot
PCIX_1 slot
PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot
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• In single VGA card mode, use rst the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot for a PCI
Express x16 graphics card to get better performance.
• In CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode, use the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 and PCIe 2.0
x16_2 slots for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance.
• We recommend that you provide sufcient power when running
CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. See page 2-33 for details.
• Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled
CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal
environment. See page 2-31 for details.
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2.6 Jumpers
1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in
CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup
parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button
cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup
information such as system passwords.
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper
default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!
• If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move
the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After the CMOS
clearance, reinstall the battery.
• You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to
overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU
Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS
can automatically reset parameter settings to default values.
• Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required to enable C.P.R.
function. You must turn off and on the power supply or unplug and plug the
power cord before rebooting the system.
To erase the RTC RAM
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the
cap on pins 2-3 for about 5–10 seconds, then move the cap back
to pins 1-2.
3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS
setup to re-enter data.
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2. CPU / DRAM Bus / QPI DRAM overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU, 3-pin
OV_DRAM_BUS, 3-pin OV_QPI_DRAM)
These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the advanced CPU, DRAM
Bus, and QPI DRAM overvoltage settings in BIOS. Read the following
information before you change the jumper settings.
• Before you change the jumper settings for extra-high overvoltage ability,
use the BIOS items rst to adjust the desired CPU, DRAM, and QPI
performance. Make sure your system functions well under the highest BIOS
voltage settings before you change the setting of these three jumpers.
• DO NOT set the OV_CPU jumper to pins 2–3 when you install a new CPU
and have not booted for the rst time. Doing so may cause the system to
halt. For system failure due to the wrong setting of the OV_CPU jumper,
shut down the computer and move the cap back to pins 1–2.
• According to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V
may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you install the DIMMs
with the voltage requirement below 1.65V.
• The system may need a better cooling system (for example, a water-
cooling system) to work stably under high voltage settings.
OV_CPU OV_DRAM_BUS OV_QPI_DRAM
Pins 1-2 (Default) up to 1.70V up to 1.90V up to 1.70V
Pins 2-3 (OV Enabled) up to 2.10V up to 2.46V up to 1.90V
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2.7 Connectors
2.7.1 Rear panel connectors
1. PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard or a
PS/2 mouse.
2. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device
via a coaxial S/PDIF cable.
3. LAN 2 (RJ-45) port. This Marvell® LAN port allows Gigabit connection to a
Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below
for the LAN port LED indications.
4. IEEE 1394a port. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed
connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable
devices.
5. LAN 1 (RJ-45) port. This Marvell® LAN port allows Gigabit connection to a
Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below
for the LAN port LED indications.
*To compliant with Energy Star 4.0, LAN 1 and LAN 2 ports do not support
WOL (Wake on LAN) function.
Activity Link LED Speed LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection
ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection
LAN port LED indications
SPEED
LED
ACT/LINK
LED
LAN port
6. Center/Subwoofer port (orange). This port connects the center/subwoofer
speakers.
7. Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects the rear speakers in a
4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio conguration..
8. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or
other audio sources.
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12. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are
available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
13. External SATA port. This port connects to an external a Serial ATA hard disk
drive.
DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port.
14. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are
available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
15. Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device
via an optical S/PDIF cable.
16. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are
available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration
Port Headset
2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel
Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In
Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In
Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer
Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Gray – – – Side Speaker Out
9. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In
4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel conguration, the function of this port
becomes Front Speaker Out.
10. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone.
11. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side speakers in an
8-channel audio conguration.
Refer to the audio conguration table below for the function of the audio ports in
2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration.
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2.7.2 Internal connectors
1. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) [Optional]
This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can
securely store keys, digital certicates, passwords, and data. A TPM system
also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures
platform integrity.
The TPM module is purchased separately.
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2. ICH10R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA 1-6 [blue])
These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk
drives and optical disc drives.
If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5,
and 10 conguration with the Intel
® Matrix Storage Technology through the
onboard Intel® ICH10R RAID controller.
•
These connectors are set to Standard IDE mode by default. In Standard
IDE mode, you can connect Serial ATA boot/data hard disk drives to these
connectors. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these
connectors, set the Congure SATA as item in the BIOS to [RAID]. See
section for details.3.3.5 Storage Conguration
• Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4.3 Intel RAID
congurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD.
•
You must install the Windows
® XP Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA
hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10) is
available only if you are using Windows
® XP or later version.
•
When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Congure SATA as in the BIOS to
[AHCI]. See section for details.3.3.5 Storage Conguration
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3. Marvell® 88SE6320 SAS RAID connectors [black] (7-pin SAS1-2)
These connectors are for SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) signal cables that
support SAS hard disk drives. To congure RAID 0 or RAID 1, install two SAS
hard disk drives to these two connectors.
Before creating a RAID set using SAS hard disk drives, make sure that you
have connected the SAS signal cables and installed SAS hard disk drives;
otherwise, you cannot enter the Marvell RAID utility and SAS BIOS setup during
POST.
• When ICH10R SATA ports are set to RAID or AHCI mode, SAS HDDs can
be detected in Windows environment only.
• Please install the Marvell® Controller driver before using the yellow SAS
RAID connectors (SAS1-2). See section for details.4.2.2 Drivers menu
• Before creating a RAID set, see section 4.4.4 Marvell
® SAS RAID
congurations for details..
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5. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)
This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module
cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back
of the system chassis.
Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage
the motherboard!
You can attach a FireWire/1394 cable to this connector if your chassis suppots
the front panel IEEE1394 port.
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7. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch.
Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this
connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to
this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. The signal
is then generated as a chassis intrusion event.
By default , the pin labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted with
a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the
chassis intrusion detection feature.
8. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that
supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end
of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.
• We recommend that you connect a high-denition front panel audio
module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-denition audio
capability.
• If you want to connect a high-denition front panel audio module to this
connector, ensure that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is set to [HD
Audio]. If you want to connect an AC' 97 front panel audio module to this
connector, set the item to [AC97]. See page 3-29 or details.
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9. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)
These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs
are designed to t these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper
orientation and push down rmly until the connectors completely t.
• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply
unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specication 2.0 (or later version)
and provides a minimum power of 600 W.
• Do not forget to connect the 8-pin EATX12 V power plug; otherwise, the
system will not boot.
• Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when
conguring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system
may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.
• If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your
system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator
at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.
aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details.
• If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU
with 1000 W power or above to ensure the system stability.
PSU suggested list
PSU suggested list
SilverStone ST1000
Seasonic SS-600HT
Thermaltake W0083RE
Thermaltake PUREPower-600AP
Silverstone SST-ST75ZF
EnerMAX EG701AX-VE (E)(24P)
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•
System power LED (2-pin PLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis
power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when
you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
•
Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED)
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity
LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or ashes when data is
read from or written to the HDD.
•
System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER)
This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The
speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.
•
ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW)
This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button
turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending
on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds
while the system is ON turns the system OFF.
•
Reset button (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system
reboot without turning off the system power.
12. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
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ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)
You can use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect chassis front panel
cables in a few steps. Refer to the instructions below to install the ASUS
Q-Connector.
2. Install the ASUS Q-Connector to the
system panel connector, making sure
the orientation matches the labels on the
motherboard.
3. The front panel functions are now
enabled. The gure shows the
Q-Connector properly installed on the
motherboard.
1. Connect the front panel cables to the
ASUS Q-Connector.
Refer to the labels on the Q-Connector
to know the detailed pin denitions, then
match them to the respective front panel
cable labels.
The labels of the front panel
cables may differ from chassis
made by different manufacturers.
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2.9 Starting up for the rst time
1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover.
2. Be sure that all switches are off.
3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system
chassis.
4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge
protector.
5. Turn on the devices in the following order:
a. Monitor
b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)
c. System power
6. After applying power, the system power LED on the system front panel case
lights up. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up
when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with “green”
standards or if it has a “power standby” feature, the monitor LED may light up
or switch between orange and green after the system LED turns on.
The system then runs the power-on self tests or POST. While the tests are
running, the BIOS beeps (see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional
messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30
seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed
a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your
retailer for assistance.
BIOS Beep Description
One short beep VGA detected
Quick boot set to disabled
No keyboard detected
One continuous beep followed by two
short beeps then a pause (repeated)
No memory detected
One continuous beep followed by three
short beeps
No VGA detected
One continuous beep followed by four
short beeps
Hardware component failure
7. At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the
instructions in Chapter 3.
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Especificaciones del producto
| Marca: | Asus |
| Categoría: | Placa madre |
| Modelo: | P6T WS Professional |
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